Bell Ville is a city about 200 km southeast of Córdoba, the capital of Córdoba Province of Argentina. It lies at the junction of National Route 9, National Route 3 and the Córdoba–Rosario–Buenos Aires railroad. Bell Ville is also the capital of the Unión Department in south-eastern Córdoba. Throughout its history, Bell Ville has evolved from a ranch and village to a military fort, customs inspection and control point, and ultimately, a recognized town and city.